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JBZ 9189

1972 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

16,902 mi
Last recorded16,902 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBZ 9189
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 16,902 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis has damage next to exhaust pipe (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear axle strap not attached

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

hand brake lever has little reserve travel (adjustment required )

Fail 10 Jul 2026 16,091 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis has damage next to exhaust pipe (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear axle strap not attached

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

hand brake lever has little reserve travel (adjustment required )

Fail 27 Sep 2023 16,730 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 16,610 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 16,308 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 15,702 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 15,583 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 15,583 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Rear Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Attend to windscreen washers

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Steering locking device insecure Steering shaft pinch bolt loose (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 2 May 2015 15,321 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 14,856 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 14,855 miles

Front Lower Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2009 14,156 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 5 May 2009 14,154 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 May 2008 12,943 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 12,943 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 17 May 2007 11,668 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 11,665 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Both seat belts retraction system weak and it would appear that the seat belts require attention.

Steering rack has play detected and it would appear that the steering system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 23 May 2006 10,552 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 10,552 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

How Reliable is the MG Midget?

Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
9,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,284
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,239
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,079
Stop lamp not working 2,058
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JBZ 9189 is a 1972 MG Midget in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 1972 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 33,792 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Midget fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JBZ 9189, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JBZ 9189 registered?

JBZ 9189 is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 31 December 1972.

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